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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1942
Page
3
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A newspaper page delivers editorials praising Allied aims and condemning Nazi Germany. It argues for severe but just postwar settlements, urges Germans to protest tyranny, and commends U S military heroism in the Pacific while challenging civilians to contribute. It references religious leaders and cautions against vengeance.
Twenty years ago daily life in the city included a power outage from a broken insulator on the Linus-Vinx line between the city and Brie, leaving the area in darkness for hours. A crash near Union City damaged a car and injuring a passenger. The night saw a twilight race where Verne Grow slowed the Independents to defeat Dinroltville 4 to 0. A major fire at Crews-Tedele Oil Company's plant drew in multiple fire departments and caused estimated losses around 8,000 dollars. Police and firefighters secured the scene on West Pleasant Street while a vacation Bible school event drew a large group for a community shower.
A reader challenge for seven correct answers from a scrambled ancient and modern knowledge quiz. The questions cover geography, history, and science, asking about Constantinople, the Ottoman Empire, Hoover in Coolidge's cabinet, the Seven Wonders, a celesta instrument, the Gaspe Peninsula, and other topics.
The Daily Dozen from the Society of the State of Pennsylvania warns against sleep loss affecting productivity. It notes men need about seven hours and women more, while asserting rest boosts efficiency and body and brain health. It mentions wartime anxieties, jokes, and a scattered chorus of European scenes, but centers on the sleep message.
The Panama church celebrates its 1034th anniversary with services led by Rev. FW Shope and welcomes visiting clergy including Rev. De. James H. Strowghn and Rev. J. A Galbraith. A family night supper and pageant are planned for July 21 as the church traces its 19th century origins and early meeting places.
Dr Fred T Hicks Erie osteopath died Friday at Grove City Osteopathic hospital Grove Bly Pa after a three week illness Born June 2 1877 in Lotts Ont Canada he lived in Erie since 1886 He studied osteopathy in Missouri and returned to Erie in 1915 He was a charter member of Bethel Baptist church on its board and active in Masonic orders He was secretary in the advisory council of the Order of DeMolay since its founding.
Advertisement notes relief for hemorrhoids with SAN CURA soap and antiseptic BAN-CURA ointment as soothing first aid. Claims comfort for distressing cases and minor skin irritations. mentions druggists and brand names.
A proposed sky going plane carrier eyed as a faster, longer range naval asset would carry 10 attack bombers and operate with surface ships to project air power. Proponents cite speed and maneuverability, while noting risks of fire and vulnerability despite protective measures.
The Allegheny River valley suffered heavy damage as floods surged through Park Allegany and surrounding towns. Coast Guard crews from multiple states assisted救 victims while救 power failure disrupted Bradford Era operations. A rescuer motorboat overturned injuring a game protector, and a Port Allegany rescue attempt claimed a woman and a child. The Allegheny's rise endangered Warren amid ongoing relief efforts.
Bradford, 51, reports widespread damage from a severe storm that flooded streets in the Upbs section, inundated businesses, and damaged telephone and power lines. Water depths reached several metres in the Hailey Hotel lobby, with the Braseford theater and surrounding areas also affected.
in Ol City July 20 Ken Orth Hughes age 27 from Route 1 Gil City was treated at Ol City hospital for severe head injuries after he dived into shallow water at the Dempseytown Ginthet. He was brought in partly conscious and there was no change tonight.
The will directs one half of the estate to son Arthur Enenworth and the remainder to Ruth Tanner Pattison of Brooklyn Eva Nichols of Miami and others receive specified amounts. Personal belongings and jewelry go to Eleanor Mickle Bunting and specific items are left to Avin Bulliyum and Izabobl Melle with a Bequest to Neva Nichols as a cousin. The document names several beneficiaries and distributions totaling varied sums.
On July 20 a lightning strike destroyed Mrs Poulson's home on the South Hull road near Cherry Creek. Eleven cows owned by Louis Millinsa were killed nearby. Neighbors found the scene. a few furnishings were saved for which the fire department was summoned. Property loss estimated at $3,000.
A public hearing is planned by the City Planning Commission on Upper State Street zoning between 2nd Southwardly to A6in Street. The agenda suggests a shift from residential to another use. City officials and Planning Commission Secretary M. J. Buesart provided details.
Automobiles for sale and cash for unwanted cars advertised by A J Allens Motor Sales at 13 15 First Avenue. Also listed is a well gaited six year old chestnut saddle horse with steel 349 min.
Market report covers Buffalo livestock with weights and prices for hogs sows and heifers, plus steers and grassers, and Pittsburgh produce with apples potatoes and various quoted prices. Stocks overall show a steady to uneven tone with limited domestic or foreign stimulus.
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